(Lyn's note: Please feel free to send us any pictures you'd like included.  Here's the link to this week's Pictures of the Week.)
http://carefreeazbusinesses.com/pictures-of-the-week-6320.html
Photo by Paul Maley

(Lyn's note: The planes made numerous slurry drops.  There were sometimes 2 planes at a time making drops.  Each drop cost $70,000.)

Here are your bonus rounds from Herbert.
http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/52420-sunset.html

http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/52320-carefree-gardens.html


Hank Molder playing the Native American flutes
Photos by Herbert Hitchon

Here's your bonus video.  The Ocotillo Fire
Town of Carefree Marketing newsletter
https://www.carefree.org/345/Town-Newsletters


I am happy to announce that I will be seeking re-election this August.  It has been an honor serving our Town and I am hoping that you will see fit to keep me in office. I was hoping to be able to greet many of you during June and July at the post office but due to COVID19 I am afraid this will not be possible so I would like to highlight some of my accomplishments:


*  managed overall town marketing efforts
* found new ways to support our core businesses:  creating a free banner program,  adding free listings to our VisitCarefree website and hosting quarterly business breakfasts to get feedback on how we are doing
* Initiated a Crosswalk Safety Project that we will be implementing as budgets allow
* Initiated a Town Signage Study designed to get people into Town and once here, move them around to areas of interest, shops, galleries and restaurants.

Moving forward, this will be a very challenging year with COVID-19 affecting our tax revenue base.  I have been involved with the Mayor, Vice Mayor and Town staff during this pandemic supporting our businesses, keeping up with governmental guidelines for opening up while keeping residents safe.  I am fully up to speed with all aspects of Town activity and can hit the ground running.  There will be no learning curve.  I am ready to keep serving if you will have me.

And I welcome your feedback.  Please contact me at xadgal@me.com
I welcome any and all comments and if there is anything on your mind, maybe I can help.

I respectfully request your consideration.  Thank you.


Cheryl Kroyer

Photo by Herbert Hitchon


From COINS:


What to do in the event of a Wildfire

Wildfire season is upon us, and the two recent wildfires in the immediate area makes it extremely important that all of us are prepared for a hasty evacuation in the event of yet another wildfire. Below are some important things to keep in mind, courtesy of Rural Metro.
Carefree Council Members Michael Krahe and Stephen Hatcher
3 steps to prepare your family for an evacuation:
READY – Prepare Now
  • Register with Maricopa County emergency notification system at: https://maricoparegion911.onthealert.com/Terms
  • Connect with MCSO and Rural Metro on social media.
  • Make a family evacuation and communication plan that includes family phone numbers, out-of-town contacts and family meeting locations. Keep in mind physical distancing recommendations, wearing face coverings or other public health recommendations.
  • Build an emergency go kit with enough food, water and necessary supplies for at least 72 hours. Include supplies to help keep you and your family healthy, such as face coverings, hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes. Start with the five P’s; people and pet supplies, prescriptions, papers, personal needs and priceless items.
  • Check with your neighbors, family, friends and elders through video chats or phone calls to ensure they are READY.
  • Keep up to date on local news, weather watches, weather warnings and public health recommendations 
SET – Be Alert
  • Know there is significant danger in your area.
  • Residents should consider voluntarily relocating to a shelter or with family/friends outside the affected area. Residents should avoid close contact with those who are sick and should practice public health recommendations when relocating.
  • Grab your emergency go kit.
  • Keep in mind unique needs for your family or special equipment for pets and livestock.
  • Stay aware of the latest news and information from public safety and public health officials. 
  • This might be the only notice you receive. Emergency services cannot guarantee they will be able to notify everyone if conditions rapidly deteriorate. Be SET to GO.
 
GO! –  Evacuate
  • Danger in your area is imminent and life threatening.
  • Residents should evacuate immediately to a shelter or with family/friends outside of the affected area. Residents should avoid close contact with those who are sick and should practice public health recommendations when relocating.
  • If you choose to ignore this advisement, you must understand emergency services may not be able to assist you further.
  • Follow instructions from emergency personnel, stay on designated evacuation routes and avoid closed areas
5 P’s of Evacuation
-        People and Pets and other animals/livestock and supplies.
-        Prescriptions with dosages, medicines, medical equipment, vision and hearing aids, batteries and power cords, face coverings, hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes.
-        Papers including important documents (hard copies and/or electronic copies saved on external hard drives or thumb drives), insurance papers, contacts.
-        Personal Needs including clothing, water, baby supplies, food, cash, credit cards, first aid kits, phones, and chargers. Items for people with access and/or functional needs, such as older adults and children.
-        Priceless items including photos, irreplaceable mementos and other valuables.
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Wildfire Protection for Your Home
From Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management
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Summer is here in the desert foothills.  As the weather warms and dries the vegetation the danger of wildfires grows.  Remember you are the first best line of defense for your home.  Here are some strategies you can use to help protect your home or business from wildfires. **
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Zone 1.  The first 30 feet from structures  
·       Clean gutters and other roof areas on a regular basis, remove all debris which is flammable.
·       Do not stack firewood of combustibles in this zone.
·       Keep grass mowed and extend irrigation into this area, if possible.
·       Keep culverts and drainage features clear of debris and overgrowth.
·       Clear grass, tree limbs, brush and other man-made fuels that can “ladder” a fire up a structure.
·       Prune trees at least 10 feet from chimneys.  Remove any prune growth near or overhanging the roof. Prune all trees 6-10 feet from the ground.
 
Zone 2.  30-100 feet from structures  
·       Thin trees and shrubs at least 10 feet between crowns, more if on a steep slope.
·       Isolated or small groupings of trees or shrubs are best to create screening and privacy.
·       Walkways and paths can help break up fuel continuity making it more difficult for a fire to spread.
·       Keep grasses and wildflowers under eight inches high, especially when dry or dormant. 
 
Zone 3.  100 plus feet away  
·       Prune trees along trails and fire access roads, removing thinned materials by chipping or offsite disposal.
·       Trees should not pose a threat to power lines of fire access roads.
·       Specific thinning requirements depend on species.  Thinning and pruning, especially ladder fuels will keep a fire on the ground.
 
**Source-Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management.  www.maricopa.gov/emerg_mgt




Lyn - Thank you for sending these. As usual Herbie did a great job. These are real keepers and I am glad I have them for my "memory chest"
Mike Wold
(Lyn's note: The Memorial Day still shots)


Beautiful!!  Thank you!!!!
Jane Ceasor


Great pictures. Congratulations on your DAR award. I must have missed that when it first became known. Thank you!
Alan N. Webber


Good work!  Love that the community is working together and you are helping!
Vicki Bobo
(Lyn's note: Vicki's response to non profit info)